American Redcross Is Not Accepting Volunteers for Japan Now; Japanese Redcross Assesses Needs and Sets up Responses: Find Alternative Ways You Can Still Support and Volunteer

 The Japanese Redcross has a long history of responding to catastrophes and emergencies.  It has been around since 1887.  It is very capable of assessing and coordinating the responses to the quake and tsunami. 

 What can you do?

From the comfort of your home, you can provide support and assistance to the Japanese relief efforts.  You can contribute to Redcross by texting 90999 to donate any amount you want. 

"Those who want to help can go to www.redcross.org and donate to Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami. Gifts to the American Red Cross will support our disaster relief efforts to help those affected by the earthquake in Japan and tsunami throughout the Pacific.
People can make a $10 donation by texting REDCROSS to 90999. Their donation will go to support relief efforts for the earthquake in Japan and tsunami throughout the Pacific."

International Update:

More than 70 countries have sent assistance to Japan.  Their very specialized and professonal search and rescue teams are already in the country. 

What's our role?

To provide info on the relief efforts while trying to connect potential volunteers with organizations and individuals who will eventually organize civilian volunteer trips to Japan to help clean up, comfort, and assist in any way possible.